Australia: Qantas pilot removed from cockpit
Australia: Qantas pilot removed from cockpit on suspicions she had been drinking
View ArticleMajor Airline Schedules
I posted this on the Regional forum a while back, and I'd love to hear from you major folks as well. If you could, describe a typical schedule for a major (legacy?) carrier, domestic or international....
View ArticleMature Gojet discussion
Hey all, I’m looking for a mature discussion on GoJets. If all you’re going to contribute are childish comments (IBTL etc.), please move on. I’d also like us to stay away from the emotions attached to...
View ArticleDelta is going to start flying 900s!
Heard that Delta pilots have managed a big win. Starting next year they'll be flying 900s. New birds coming from the factory. Flown by Delta pilots, not any regionals. Glad to hear it guys.
View ArticleIs a design degree acceptable for pilot jobs
Hello there, I am new to this forum. Thanks for reading. I have a question about educational background to be qualified in becoming a commercial airplane pilot. I know now you need a college degree to...
View ArticleABEX Skipper gets sacked over alternate
ABX Senior Captain Who Questioned Alternate Airport Choice Loses Job | Aviation International News Isn't training provided by ABEX for situations of non FMC data based airport diversions?
View ArticleAny current Air Choice One pilots?
I am wanting some current info on QOL, day-today ops, etc... You can PM me Thanks in advance
View ArticleG4 In Hawaii
I saw an Allegiant 757 in HNL yesterday. Are pilots being based in Hawaii? Did the company decide about layovers versus 3-man crews?
View ArticleAMR facing record fines from FAA
American Airlines faces record fines from FAA, claims show | LeveragedLoan.com American Airlines is facing record safety and maintenance fines from the FAA, bankruptcy filings reveal American Airlines...
View ArticleTA rejection / US merger
How does the rejection of the TA play in with the potential US merger? Does it make it more likely?
View ArticleBravo Operators
Hey guys and gals, I'm looking for a little help on an upcoming flight across the Gulf. For flight planning purposes, I need to know what RNP level a single UNS 1K is capable of. The FMS manual is...
View ArticleUS Airways ATH-PHL payload issues?
Good evening all, Trying to get a feel for any weight restrictions on the ATH-PHL run operated by the 762 for US Airways. I seem to remember hearing that this flight has operational restrictions. Just...
View ArticleYTD pay, Hourly Rates, and how they compare
I'm really interested in seeing real examples of hourly rate and YTD pay at various airlines. I'm interested in visualizing the value of workrules in a CBA and how it relates monetarily from airline to...
View ArticleInternational Jumpseats.
Hi All, I'm planning a trip to Managua, Nicaragua. Are there special requirements for international jumpseats on DAL and UAL? CAL used to require 24 hour in advance international listing for TSA...
View ArticleBased in Germany
Are there any us airlines/cargo ops that base crews in Germany other than FedEx?
View ArticleHI ILS Approaches
I understand that "HI" approaches are intended for high-performance military aircraft to conserve fuel in the arrival/approach segment by minimizing their time at low altitudes. However, I have noticed...
View ArticleFAA seeks $681,200 civil penalty from FedEx
This appeared in today's Memphis newspaper. The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a $681,200 civil penalty from FedEx for violating hazardous material shipping rules in August 2010. The agency...
View ArticleB787 engine failure
Boeing 787 Fan Shaft Failure Caused Blown Engine at Charleston The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) continues its investigation of the July 28, 2012 contained engine failure that occurred on...
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